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Helping Law Firms Build Stronger Teams

Hiring the right attorney can shape the future of a firm.

But identifying that attorney requires more than reviewing resumes.

Marshall Graham Search works closely with law firm leaders to understand:

• practice needs
• growth goals
• culture

• leadership style

This allows us to identify candidates who are aligned not only on paper, but in practice.

We assist law firms with:

• Associate hiring

• Senior associate placements
• Partner recruiting
• Practice group expansion
• Strategic lateral hiring

• Law firm support and management

Our Search Process

1. Discovery

We begin with in-depth discussions about your firm's needs, strategy, and culture.

2. Market Mapping

We identify attorneys whose experience and trajectory align with your objectives.

3. Thoughtful Introductions

Candidates are introduced only after careful evaluation and conversation.

4. Long-Term Fit

Our focus is on building relationships that support the long-term growth of your firm.

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Practice Area Consultants

Marshall Graham provides Practice Area Consultants (PAC) along with our permanent searches. Our Practice Area Consultants are attorneys specializing and focusing their skills in a specific area. They are available for substantive work as a contingent workforce, allowing you and your firm increased flexibility. Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property, Insurance Defense, Business Litigation, Bankruptcy, and Corporate Securities are some areas where our PACs specialize. Many of our PACs are multilingual and are available to assist with international projects.

Retained Search

Our retained search services are designed for law firms that require a highly focused, high-touch recruitment strategy for key attorney hires. By partnering with us on a retained basis, you gain a dedicated recruiting partner who will prioritize your search, invest deeply in understanding your firm’s culture and long-term goals, and conduct proactive outreach to uncover candidates who may not be actively job-seeking but are the perfect fit. Retained searches include position scoping, brand positioning in the candidate market, exclusive talent outreach, and comprehensive vetting. This approach is ideal for firms seeking strategic hires, such as lateral partners, practice group leaders, or uniquely specialized attorneys, where alignment, discretion, and commitment to quality are critical.

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Expert Witness Search & Placement

We identify, vet, and place expert witnesses across a wide range of disciplines—so your legal team can focus on what it does best.

Our Services Include:

Custom expert witness search based on case facts
Credential and conflict checks
Experience and testimony vetting
Interview coordination and availability scheduling
Rate negotiation support (upon request)

Whether you need a board-certified neurosurgeon, a forensic accountant, a construction defect specialist, or a cybersecurity expert, we’ll connect you with professionals who are experienced, credible, and courtroom-ready.

Tailored Consulting for Small Law Firms

Whether you’re refining your intake process, planning to hire your first associate, or ready to scale your firm, we’ll help you implement proven systems to support your goals.